Texas Tech Chancellor Applauds Congressman Dingell's Longevity

Texas Tech University Chancellor Kent Hance, who served as a congressman from 1973
to 1979, commented on John David Dingell Jr.’s accomplishment.

Congressman John David Dingell Jr. (D-Mich.) became the longest serving member of
Congress ever Friday (June 7).

Dingell, 86, surpassed the previously held record by the late Sen. Robert C. Byrd
of West Virginia. Dingell has been on the job since Dec. 13, 1955, after being elected
to replace his father.

Texas Tech University Chancellor Kent Hance, who served as a congressman from 1973
to 1985, commented on Dingell’s accomplishment.

“John Dingell is a friend of mine, I have the utmost respect for him and the work
he’s accomplished as a congressman. A lot of people say John is gruff but I say he’s
direct. You never leave a meeting with Congressman Dingell and wonder where he stands
on an issue.”

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